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Sustainability Solutions

Our Sustainability Solutions and Environmental and Waste Management Plan aims to clearly define Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment’s strategy for managing and reducing our environmental impact.

Sustainability Solutions & Waste Management Plan

We strive to meet our customers’ expectations in all facets of the organisation. Dowdens understands that effective and efficient environmental management and sustainable strategies enrich the quality of our products and services and encourage us to improve our business practices.

Our Environmental and Waste Management Plan aims to clearly define Dowdens Pumping & Water Treatment’s strategy for managing and reducing our environmental impact while onsite, during product development, and in maintaining an environmentally conscious workforce.

“Our strategy is to minimise the environmental impact by adopting industry best practice, which in turn assists our customers in reducing their environmental impact.”

To continue delivering products and services that resonate with customer expectations, we welcome feedback on improving our environmental management practices.

Dowdens Solutions

Proactive control equipment and systems:

  • Dust/heat emission control
  • Dust suppression of:
    • Conveyor systems
    • Stockpiled materials
    • Roadways and industrial hardstand areas
    • Crushers and raw material feed chutes
  • Water truck fit-outs
  • Sump pump out and transfer systems

Oil/Water separators:

  • Process Wastewater Transfer Pumps
  • Filters and Dosing Pumps for Cooling Towers
  • Cooling Tower Transfer Pumps
  • Secondary Sewage Treatment Systems (Domestic and Industrial)
  • Screening, Separation, Dewatering and Thickening Processes and Systems
  • Aeration Systems for Algae Control within the Water Storage
  • Launder Sprays and Valves

Reactive emergency response control equipment:

  • Oil Spill Clean Up Equipment (Trolley Mounted Pumps)
  • Leachate Transfer and Recovery Pumps
  • Evaporative Spray Systems
  • Spray Deluge Systems (Water Only)

Reinstatement and revegetation control equipment and systems:

  • Oil Spill Clean Up Equipment (Trolley Mounted Pumps)
  • Leachate Transfer and Recovery Pumps
  • Evaporative Spray Systems
  • Spray Deluge Systems (Water Only)

Solutions Delivered

Trade Waste

Water treatment and effective management of trade waste are central issues for many industrial businesses. Local councils are requiring businesses to meet effluent discharge standards to send their trade waste to the sewer. To meet these standards, oil/water separators and filtration systems are usually required.

Dowdens Pumping and Water Treatment can offer comprehensive systems from the design, supply, installation and service of:

  • Oil / Water Separators
  • Enhanced Gravity Separators
  • Roofed / Unroofed Wash Down and Treatment Systems
  • Water Recycling Systems
  • Custom Rainwater Harvesting Systems
  • Stormwater Harvesting and Management
  • First Flush Valves
  • Spill Control Systems for Petrol Stations
  • Oily Sludge Dewatering
  • Quick Break Detergents and Degreasers
  • Custom Designed Systems
  • Dedicated Service Department for Waste Treatment

Trade Waste Management System Container

Featured Documents

Our featured documents section is the perfect place to start if you want in-depth knowledge and detailed insights. Here, we share technical expertise, comprehensive case studies, and practical information about the innovative solutions delivered by Dowdens.

These documents are designed to help you better understand the challenges we’ve faced and the forward-thinking strategies we use to overcome them. Whether you’re exploring pumping or water treatment technologies or searching for professional-grade resources, you’ll find plenty of value here. Take a moment to browse—you might discover the information you’ve sought!

Featured Videos

Our featured videos are more than engaging content—they’re a window into Dowdens’ unmatched engineering expertise and innovative solutions. These videos bring complex concepts to life, showcasing how our team tackles real-world challenges with precision and forward-thinking strategies.

Whether it’s cutting-edge advancements in pumping or revolutionary water treatment technologies, our videos demonstrate the commitment and skill that define our work. Please take a moment to watch and see how we deliver practical, impactful solutions every day. It’s a chance to truly understand what sets Dowdens apart.

Featured Case Studies

Dowden’s Case Studies offer an unparalleled opportunity to gain deep insights into real-world challenges and their expertly engineered solutions in the pumping and water treatment industries. 

Explore our case studies to learn from our practical applications and innovative approaches crafted to address complex scenarios. Whether you’re a professional seeking to enhance your technical expertise, a student aiming to connect theory with practice, or someone looking to understand the impact of effective solutions, these detailed accounts deliver valuable knowledge.

Each case study reflects Dowden’s commitment to quality, showcasing our decades of industry experience and solution-oriented mindset. They serve as both a learning tool and a source of inspiration, illustrating how challenges can be transformed into success through expertise and dedication.

CS-109 – June 2019

Rochedale Landfill Odour Mitigation

CS-121 – Nov 2020

Truck Stop / Service Station Water and Sewage Treatment Plant with Irrigation System

CS-99 – January 2020

Nebo Township Water Treatment Plant

CS-46 – January 2018

Water Treatment System - Ultrapure Water Production

CS-03 – July 2017

Port Douglas Resort Sewage Pump System Upgrade

CS-34 – February 2017

Coppabella Township Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade

CS-93 – August 2015

Kingscliff Holiday Park Sewage Pumping Station

CS-15 – April 2015

Remote Solar Pumping System Installation

Featured News Articles

Stay ahead of the curve by checking out our featured news articles! These articles are your go-to source for staying informed about industry trends, groundbreaking projects, and Dowden’s milestones. They showcase our leadership and innovation in pumping and water treatment technologies, offering unique insights into how we’re shaping the future of the field.

Whether you want to deepen your industry knowledge or learn more about what makes Dowdens an industry pioneer, these articles deliver valuable updates and inspiration. Don’t miss the chance to stay connected with the cutting edge of engineering solutions!

WNA-49 – July 2025

New Grundfos SMART Digital DDA-C dosing pumps

WNA-25 – July 2022

ATS 2000 Sump Pumps Now Available

WNA-47 – June 2025

Major Announcement for the Australian Pumping Industry

WNA-46 – May 2025

Dowdens Secures Exclusive Australian Distribution for Innovative Mudwizard Sludge Treatment System

Are you Interested in Sustainability Solutions at Dowdens?

The Dowdens Team are ready to help. Contact us today for more information and to start the conversation.

Our Locations

Dowdens has four convenient locations throughout Queensland. We have branches in Mackay and Proserpine in the north, servicing the Sugar and Coal industries, a centrally located branch in Rockhampton, specialising in the Agricultural and Coal industries, and a branch in Brisbane, servicing multiple industries in southeast Queensland.

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